July 11, 2025 | Mumbai (Desk) : Priyanka Chopra is showing once again why she’s not just the Desi Girl, but also the Sassy Queen. The global star recently shut down trolls who mocked her for choosing a hot dog over Mumbai’s beloved vada pav, and she did it with humor, class, and a pinch of desi spice.

The controversy began when a video of Priyanka eating a hot dog at a Los Angeles food truck festival went viral. While most fans loved seeing her enjoy the moment, a section of the internet jumped in with criticism. Comments like “How can she forget vada pav?” and “Hot dog over Indian snacks? Shame!” flooded her social media.

But Priyanka wasn’t about to stay silent.

“I didn’t know there was a rulebook for how Indian you’re allowed to be based on your snack choices,” she said in a recent interview. “I’ve eaten enough vada pav in my life to qualify, thank you very much.”

Her clapback hit the spot, and fans rallied behind her. Social media soon flipped, with people praising her for speaking out against unnecessary judgment and reminding everyone that food choices don’t define one’s identity.

“That day, there was a hot dog stand, and I was hungry. It’s not that deep,” Priyanka laughed. “You can love vada pav and still eat a hot dog. Calm down, internet.”

The actress also added, “Being Indian is in my heart, not just on my plate. And sometimes, my heart also wants mustard and a bun.”

Support poured in from fans and fellow celebrities alike. Actress Mindy Kaling joked, “Let her eat hot dogs in peace!” while others shared their own stories of being judged for eating "non-Indian" food abroad.

Nick Jonas, Priyanka’s husband, reportedly told a friend, “I had vada pav in Mumbai. Loved it. But LA hot dogs hit differently on a sunny day.”

What started as food-shaming turned into a bigger conversation about identity, cultural pride, and letting people live without unnecessary rules.

“Next time,” Priyanka said cheekily, “I’ll have vada pav in one hand and a hot dog in the other. That should cover all bases.”

Well played, PC. Well played.